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DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENTforHardin County Radio Communications Tower FacilityHardin County, Iowaprepared forHardin County Sheriff’s DepartmentPART 2APPENDICES A - Gprepared byLand Recyclers Inc.4853 Lilac Place NorthLake Elmo, MN 55042(651) 430 - 3854landrecycle@comcast.netJuly 2011
PART 2LIST OF APPENDICES A - GAPPENDIX A – Survey of Site & Site elevation data certified to FAA “2C” StandardsAPPENDIX B – Historic Plat, Historic Aerial Photos, & Jackson Township Zoning MapAPPENDIX C – Soil Map in the Vicinity of the Tower SiteAPPENDIX D – Farmland Classification Map in the Vicinity of the Tower SiteAPPENDIX E – Soil Boring LogsAPPENDIX F – USFWS CorrespondenceAPPENDIX G – IDNR Correspondence1
Appendix ASurvey of SiteSite Elevation Certified to FAA “2C” Standards
Prepared QY;John A. Stonebraker, Stonebraker Land Surveying, 1002 11thStreet, Eldora, Iowa 50627 Ph: 641-858-3783STONEBRAKER LAND SURVEYING· CO.1002 n" StreetEldora, Iowa 50627FAA 2C CERTIFICATIONDate: April 16, 2011Re:2C CertificationEldora 375' Tall Guyed Cellular Tower, Hardin County, IowaTo: Mr. Tim Smith, Sheriff, Hardin County Iowa, 1116 14th Ave., Eldora, IA 50627The followingis a 2C Certificationfor the Eldora TowerGeodetic CoordinatesLatitudeN42 Degrees23 MinutesLongitudeW93 Degrees08Existing Ground Elevation:54.40 SecondsMinutes38.00 Seconds(NAD 83)(NAD 83)1082.0 (NAVD 88)The Horizontal Datum (coordinates) are in terms of North American Datum of 1983 (NAD 83) and areexpressed as Degrees, Minutes and Seconds. The Vertical Datum (heights) are in terms of the North AmericanVertical Datum of 1988 (NAVD 1988) and are expressed in feet.I certify that the latitude and the longitude shown hereon are accurate to within plus or minus 50 feethorizontally and the site elevations are accurate to within plus or minus 20 feet vertically.By: (),c!trn-,-L SignatureJohn A. Stonebraker,P.LS., State of IowaProfessional land Surveyor Number 8507I hereby certify that this land surveying document was prepared and the related survey workwas performed by me or under my direct personal supervision and that I am a duly licensedLand Surveyor under the laws of the State of Iowa.Signature:\,JA-cw/'/(1(" I-r h /CA , 6f.tY1.J1.4.A./(/0ik(./r7JOHN If. S10NEBRAKER,License No. 8507My licertse'renewal date is December 31, 2012Pages or sheets covered by this seal:pate:/4//6//1 /L/
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Prepared by John A. Stonebraker,1002 11th Street, Eldora, Iowa 50627 (Ph: 641-858-3783) email: jastonebraker@yahoo.comIISURVEY OF SITEHARDIN COUNTY 375 FT GUYED RADIO TOWERoCOMPOUND DETAIL SHEETI25''SCALE: 1"I 25'EXISTING 375' GUYED TOWERCOMPOUND/SECURITY FENCE50'x50'T-25 ft500 GAL.PROPANETANKGATE IN SECURITYFENCElO'x32' SHELTERA: Electronics ShelterB: Generator ShelterL JTRANSFORMERSite NameHardin County 375-Foot Radio TowerLand & Tower OwnerSite Legal DescriptionSW1I4, SEl/4, Section 26, T88N, R20W of the 5th P.M. Hardin,County, IowaSite Contact InformationSite LocationThe site is located approximately Y.t mile west of the junction of CountyRoads D41 & S55,Attn Sheriff Tim Smithabout 400 ft north of County Road D4l & 3.5 miles NW of Eldora, IowaHardin County Sheriff s OfficeTower Coordinates1116 - 14th AveFAA 2C Accuracy: /-50' Hz., /-20' Vt.N42 23'54.4" (NAD83)Hardin CountyEldora, Iowa 50627W93 08'38.0"(NAD83)Elevation: 1082.0 ft (NAVD 88)Pace 2 of2PN 1113
Appendix BHistoric Plat Map, Aerial Photos, &Jackson Township Zoning Map
1875 Andreas map of Eldora Tower area
Future NewTower Site1930s aerial photograph of Eldora Tower area
1950s aerial photograph of Eldora Tower area
1990s aerial photograph of Eldora Tower area
New TowerSite2010 digital orthophoto of Eldora Tower area
New TowerTOWERSiteDistrict Zoning Map, Jackson Township,Harding County, Iowa
Appendix CSoil Map in the Vicinity of Hardin County Tower Site
93 8' 28''93 8' 47''Soil Map—Hardin County, Iowa(Eldora Tower Site Soils Map)42 24' 4''42 24' 4''138B107138B107138C2201BNew Tower Site733138B55138B138C210750732993 8' 28''42 23' 45''93 8' 47''42 23' 45''Map Scale: 1:2,790 if printed on A size (8.5" x 11") sheet.0025100Natural ResourcesConservation Service50Meters150100200400Feet600Web Soil SurveyNational Cooperative Soil Survey3/30/2011Page 1 of 3
Soil Map–Hardin County, Iowa(Eldora Tower Site Soils Map)MAP LEGENDArea of Interest (AOI)Area of Interest (AOI)SoilsSoil Map UnitsSpecial Point FeaturesBlowoutBorrow PitClay SpotClosed DepressionGravel PitMAP INFORMATIONVery Stony SpotMap Scale: 1:2,790 if printed on A size (8.5" 11") sheet.Wet SpotThe soil surveys that comprise your AOI were mapped at 1:15,840.OtherPlease rely on the bar scale on each map sheet for accurate mapmeasurements.Special Line FeaturesGullyShort Steep SlopeOtherSource of Map: Natural Resources Conservation ServiceWeb Soil Survey URL: http://websoilsurvey.nrcs.usda.govCoordinate System: UTM Zone 15N NAD83This product is generated from the USDA-NRCS certified data as ofthe version date(s) listed below.Political FeaturesCitiesSoil Survey Area: Hardin County, IowaSurvey Area Data: Version 16, Feb 23, 2009Water FeaturesGravelly SpotOceansDate(s) aerial images were photographed:LandfillStreams and CanalsThe orthophoto or other base map on which the soil lines werecompiled and digitized probably differs from the backgroundimagery displayed on these maps. As a result, some minor shiftingof map unit boundaries may be evident.Lava FlowMarsh or swampMine or QuarryMiscellaneous WaterPerennial WaterRock OutcropTransportationRails8/31/2006Interstate HighwaysUS RoutesMajor RoadsLocal RoadsSaline SpotSandy SpotSeverely Eroded SpotSinkholeSlide or SlipSodic SpotSpoil AreaStony SpotNatural ResourcesConservation ServiceWeb Soil SurveyNational Cooperative Soil Survey3/30/2011Page 2 of 3
Soil Map–Hardin County, IowaEldora Tower Site Soils MapMap Unit LegendHardin County, Iowa (IA083)Map Unit SymbolMap Unit NameAcres in AOIPercent of AOI55Nicollet loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes2.06.0%107Webster silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes5.015.2%138BClarion loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes8.826.5%138C2Clarion loam, 5 to 9 percent slopes,moderately eroded10.431.3%201BColand-Terril complex, 2 to 5 percent slopes6.118.4%329Webster-Nicollet complex, 1 to 3 percentslopes0.41.1%507Canisteo silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes0.41.4%733Calco silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes0.00.1%33.1100.0%Totals for Area of InterestNatural ResourcesConservation ServiceWeb Soil SurveyNational Cooperative Soil Survey3/30/2011Page 3 of 3
Appendix DFarmland Classification Map in the Vicinity ofTower Site
93 8' 28''93 8' 47''Farmland Classification—Hardin County, Iowa(Eldora Tower Site - Farmland Classification)42 24' 4''42 24' 4''138B107138B107138C2201BNew Tower Site733138B55138B138C210750732993 8' 28''42 23' 45''93 8' 47''42 23' 45''Map Scale: 1:2,790 if printed on A size (8.5" x 11") sheet.0025100Natural ResourcesConservation Service50Meters150100200400Feet600Web Soil SurveyNational Cooperative Soil Survey3/30/2011Page 1 of 3
Farmland Classification–Hardin County, Iowa(Eldora Tower Site - Farmland Classification)MAP LEGENDArea of Interest (AOI)Prime farmland ifsubsoiled, completelyremoving the rootinhibiting soil layerArea of Interest (AOI)SoilsNot prime farmlandPrime farmland if irrigatedand the product of I (soilerodibility) x C (climatefactor) does not exceed 60All areas are primefarmlandPrime farmland if irrigatedand reclaimed of excesssalts and sodiumSoil Map UnitsSoil RatingsPrime farmland if drainedUS RoutesMap Scale: 1:2,790 if printed on A size (8.5" 11") sheet.Major RoadsThe soil surveys that comprise your AOI were mapped at1:15,840.Local RoadsPlease rely on the bar scale on each map sheet for accurate mapmeasurements.Source of Map: Natural Resources Conservation ServiceWeb Soil Survey URL: http://websoilsurvey.nrcs.usda.govCoordinate System: UTM Zone 15N NAD83This product is generated from the USDA-NRCS certified data asof the version date(s) listed below.Farmland of statewideimportancePrime farmland ifprotected from flooding ornot frequently floodedduring the growing seasonFarmland of localimportanceSoil Survey Area: Hardin County, IowaSurvey Area Data: Version 16, Feb 23, 2009Farmland of uniqueimportancePrime farmland if irrigatedPrime farmland if drainedand either protected fromflooding or not frequentlyflooded during the growingseasonMAP INFORMATIONDate(s) aerial images were photographed:Not rated or not availableThe orthophoto or other base map on which the soil lines werecompiled and digitized probably differs from the backgroundimagery displayed on these maps. As a result, some minor shiftingof map unit boundaries may be evident.Political FeaturesCitiesWater FeaturesPrime farmland if irrigatedand drainedOceansPrime farmland if irrigatedand either protected fromflooding or not frequentlyflooded during the growingseasonStreams and Canals8/31/2006TransportationNatural ResourcesConservation ServiceRailsInterstate HighwaysWeb Soil SurveyNational Cooperative Soil Survey3/30/2011Page 2 of 3
Farmland Classification–Hardin County, IowaEldora Tower Site - Farmland ClassificationFarmland ClassificationFarmland Classification— Summary by Map Unit — Hardin County, IowaMap unit symbolMap unit nameRatingAcres in AOIPercent of AOI55Nicollet loam, 1 to 3 percentslopesAll areas are prime farmland2.06.0%107Webster silty clay loam, 0 to 2percent slopesPrime farmland if drained5.015.2%138BClarion loam, 2 to 5 percentslopesAll areas are prime farmland8.826.5%138C2Clarion loam, 5 to 9 percentslopes, moderately erodedFarmland of statewideimportance10.431.3%201BColand-Terril complex, 2 to 5percent slopesPrime farmland if drained6.118.4%329Webster-Nicollet complex, 1 to 3percent slopesPrime farmland if drained0.41.1%507Canisteo silty clay loam, 0 to 2percent slopesPrime farmland if drained0.41.4%733Calco silty clay loam, 0 to 2percent slopesPrime farmland if drained0.00.1%33.1100.0%Totals for Area of InterestDescriptionFarmland classification identifies map units as prime farmland, farmland ofstatewide importance, farmland of local importance, or unique farmland. It identifiesthe location and extent of the soils that are best suited to food, feed, fiber, forage,and oilseed crops. NRCS policy and procedures on prime and unique farmlandsare published in the "Federal Register," Vol. 43, No. 21, January 31, 1978.Rating OptionsAggregation Method: No Aggregation NecessaryTie-break Rule: LowerNatural ResourcesConservation ServiceWeb Soil SurveyNational Cooperative Soil Survey3/30/2011Page 3 of 3
Appendix ESoil Boring LogsFrom Geotechnical Investigation at Tower Site
Appendix FAgency CorrespondenceU.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
USFWS Review Request &ECOLOGICAL REVIEW
REY FREEMAN, COMMUNICATIONS MANAGERMINNEAPOLIS OFFICE: 13517 LARKIN DR., MINNETONKA, MN 55305VOICE: 952.541.0747 FAX: 952.541.0748 E-MAIL: rfreeman@isd.netDate: September 26, 2008US Fish and Wildlife Service1511 – 47th AvenueMoline, IL 61265Subject: Tower Site Data and Response Request for Hardin County, IowaTower Location: Eldora, IowaAttn: Richard NelsonThe government entity of Hardin County, Iowa is in the process of planning upgrades totheir public safety radio communications system, which will serve all Law Enforcement,Fire, and EMS/Ambulance services within the County, as well as County Highway andLand departments. The construction of new radio communications tower is required aspart of the project.As required by the FCC, we are submitting this letter is to provide the US Fish andWildlife Service with information about the proposed tower site, and to request aresponse from your agency for this tower site.The following information about this proposed tower site is included in this letter:A.B.C.D.E.F.Tower height and structure typePhysical location and street addressLatitude/longitude, and Township/Range/Section dataA summary of the tower site propertyHighway, aerial and topographical maps of the areaPhotos of the propertyWe have also included responses to the normal list of issues requested by your agency.The property upon which this tower is to be built is farmland, and adjoins the old“County Home” facility, which dates back to 1877. The land upon which the tower wouldbe constructed has been owned by the county and farmed since that time.1
Tower Site Data: Eldora, IowaA. Tower structure and height:375 feet, guyed towerB. Street address or physical location:¼ mile west of the junction of County Roads D41 and S55400 ft north of County Road D413.5 miles north west of Eldora, IowaC. Latitude/Longitude and Township, Range, Section:N42-23-54.9, W093-08-38.0T88N, R20W, Section 26D. Property Summary: This property is County-owned land, located in the centralarea of Hardin County. The property has been used for farming operations formany decades, and remains so today.E. Local Map:Proposed TowerSite2
Tower Site Data: Eldora, IowaEldora Tower Site – Aerial Photo3
Tower Site Data: Eldora, Iowa4
Tower Site Data: Eldora, IowaEldora Tower Site Photos#1: View of property looking north#2: View of property looking northwest5
Tower Site Data: Eldora, IowaEldora Tower Site Photos#3: View of property looking southwest6
US Fish & Wildlife DataThrough our previous work with the US Fish & Wildlife Service, we have come tounderstand the standard questions and issues associated with tower construction, andthis information is provided below:1. Collocation: The option of collocation with an existing tower has been explored, butno other towers are available in the immediate area that will serve the county’sneeds, or are available for lease.However, the county plans to build this tower with the option of offering collocationspace to others, to include cellular carriers, as well as the State of Iowa (who is inthe process of planning for an expanded statewide radio network).2. Guyed tower vs. Self-supporting structure: A guyed tower structure is planning forthis installation, rather than a self-supporting structure, due to cost considerations.The cost of a self-supporting structure for a tower of this height (375-ft), whencompared to a guyed structure, is roughly twice the cost. Because this tower willbe funded by local tax dollars, the county is working to minimize the costsassociated with this project, and believes that a guyed tower is the best option.3. Multiple Towers: Not applicable to this project.4. Tower Siting and location: The general area planned for this tower is not locatedwithin or near any wetlands, refuges, or other known bird or waterfowl areas, to thebest of our knowledge.We request that the US Fish & Wildlife Service review and verify our conclusionson this matter.5. Tower Aviation Lighting: The lighting system planned for this tower will include a)medium-intensity white strobe lights for daytime visibility, and b) red strobe lightsfor nighttime visibility.6. Guy Wire Markings: We will add aviation markers to the guy wires of this tower ifrequested by the US Fish & Wildlife Service.7. Habitat Loss: There should be no habitat loss caused by the construction of thistower.8. Impact on Local Birds: We have not observed any breeding, feeding or roostingbirds in the area of this proposed tower site.9. Future Tower Loading: As noted in Item 1 (above), this new tower will be built withsignificant additional future capacity for leasing to interested parties in this area ofIowa.10. Security Lighting On-Ground: Any security lighting for on-ground facilities will beinstalled so as to direct light in a downward direction.11. Access to Site for Agency Personnel: We will gladly allow the US Fish & Wildlifestaff, or other staff involved in the study of the impact of towers on birds andwildlife, access into the site for research purposes.7
SummaryWe are requesting that your agency conduct a review of the tower site dataprovided in this letter to determine if your agency has any interest or objection tothe proposed tower site, and provide for us a written confirmation of yourfindings.Responses can be sent either via US Postal Mail to the address listed below, or viaemail.Rey FreemanGeoComm13517 Larkin Drive.Minnetonka, MN 55305Please contact us (GeoComm) directly with any questions or if additional information isrequired.Thank you in advance for you assistance with this project.Sincerely,Rey Freeman952-541-0747rfreeman@isd.net8
Project: Eldora 375-foot Guyed Cellular TowerHardin County, IowaProject Description: Hardin County Sheriff’s Department constructed a 375-ft guyed cell towerlocated approximately 3.5 miles northwest of the town of Eldora, Iowa. This new tower is a 375foot guyed structure, and includes a 32-foot x 12-foot prefabricated communications equipmentshelter located within a 50-ft x 50-ft secured fenced compound area. This guyed towerconfiguration consists of the tower structure and six guy wire anchor points. Total long termdisturbance acreage is 0.30 acres and an additional 0.32 acres for short-term during construction.Project Location: SW¼ SE ¼ Section 26, T88N, R20W,
Prepared by John A. Stonebraker, 1002 11th Street, Eldora, Iowa 50627 (Ph: 641-858-3783) e
